Sony
ZV-1F
Sony ZV-1F (2022) Compact camera specs, 1-inch sensor, $499 launch price. Video, stabilization, battery and more.
Compact · Announced 2022-10-13
Launch price $499
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- 1-inch sensor
- Electronic stabilization
- 90 min rated runtime
- 256 g
Video modes
- 1010-bit (no badge: 8-bit; unstated bit depth counts as 8-bit)
- LLog
- HDRHDR
- SStabilized
- HL360° horizon lock
- cropCropped
- Recording limit (minutes)
- fwAdded by a firmware update
- ?Not stated, e.g. S? (stabilization not stated)
| Resolution | 24 fps | 25 fps | 30 fps | 50 fps | 60 fps | 100 fps | 120 fps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K 16:9 | 4K 16:9 · 24 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 4K 16:9 · 25 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 4K 16:9 · 30 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | ||||
| 1080p 16:9 | 1080p 16:9 · 24 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 25 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 30 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 50 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 60 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 100 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications | 1080p 16:9 · 120 fps
Source: sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications |
Caveats
- 8-bit 4:2:0 only; S-Log2/S-Log3 offered but 8-bit limits gradingSource
- Slow sensor readout leads to 'jello' rolling shutter artifactsSource
- Contrast-detect AF only; can 'flutter' in videoSource
- No built-in ND filter, no optical stabilization, no headphone jack, no RAW stillsSource
- Active Mode not available at 120p/100p (normal and S&Q)Source
- 4K Clear Image Zoom limited to 1.5x (sensor is 5.5K wide); 2x/4x in 4K is digitalSource
Thermals
- Sony: continuous recording from cold, Auto Power OFF Temp Standard: 4K and HD approx. 30 min at 25°C; at 40°C HD ~30 min, 4K ~20 min. With 'High': ~60 min (HD and 4K) at 25°C and 40°C. Tested 4K 24p 60M / HD 60p 50M, Wi-Fi off, monitor open.Source
- Max single movie session ~13 h (spec limit) - no 30-min clip cap.Source
Firmware notes
- Help Guide notes WEP/WPA no longer supported from firmware Ver.2.01Source
Which camera is right for you?
| SonyZV-1F (current camera)$499Check price on Amazon | CanonPowerShot PICK$499Check price on Amazon | PanasonicLumix ZS99$499.99Check price on Amazon | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022-10-13 | Not stated | 2024-12-16 |
| Sensor size | 1-inch | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Stabilization | Electronic | 2-axis gimbal | Optical + Electronic |
| Horizon leveling | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated |
| Waterproof | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated |
| Weight | 256 g | 170 g | 322 g |
| Battery runtime | 90 min | 120 min | 100 min |
Specifications
Overview
- Category
- Compact
- Announced
- 2022-10-13
- Released
- Not stated
- Status
- current
- US availability
- Not stated
- Features
- Background Defocus button
- Product Showcase
- Face Priority AE
- Soft Skin Effect
- Shot Mark
- Proxy recording 1280x720 ~9 Mbps
- Creative Look
- Picture Profiles PP1-PP10
Sensor & lens
- Sensor size
- 1-inch
- Sensor resolution
- 20.1 MP
- Lens (equiv.)
- 20
- Aperture
- f/2.0-f/8
- Field of view
- 94°
- Built-in ND
- No
Video & photo
- Video modes
- 4K
- 1080p
- Max resolution
- 4K303840×2160
- 10-bit Log up to
- None
- Uncropped 4K
- 4K30
- Codecs
- H.264 (XAVC S)
- 4:2:2 chroma
- No
- Max bitrate
- 100 Mbps
- Photo resolution
- 20.1 MP
- RAW photos
- none (JPEG only)
Stabilization
- Stabilization
- Electronic
- Horizon lock
- Not stated
- Horizon leveling
- Not stated
Audio
- Microphones
- 3
- Mic input
- 3.5 mm
- Mic input details
- 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- Direct wireless mic
- Not stated
- 32-bit float audio
- No
Build & battery
- Waterproof
- Not stated
- Water and dust rating
- Not stated
- Drop-proof
- Not stated
- Weight
- 256 g
- Dimensions
- 105.5x60.0x46.4
- Mount
- 1/4-inch tripod socket; cold shoe (no Multi Interface shoe)
- Battery runtime
- 90 min
- Battery capacity
- Not stated
- Removable battery
- Yes
- Charging power
- Not stated
Screens & storage
- Rear screen
- 3.0-inch 921,600-dot TFT LCD
- Front screen
- Not stated
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Memory card
- SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I U3 for 100 Mbps) / Memory Stick Duo
- Internal storage
- Not stated
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
- Bluetooth
- 4.1
- USB
- USB-C 2.0
- GPS
- via smartphone app
- Webcam
- USB Streaming: MJPEG 1280x720 30/25fps, PCM 48kHz audio
- Livestream
- via USB Streaming to computer
- HDMI out
- Yes
- Timecode
- Not stated
Sources
- https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/4664215119/sony-zv-1f-review/
- https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/compact-cameras-zv-series/zv-1f/specifications
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/contents/TP1000901774.html
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/contents/TP1000923519.html
- https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/compact-cameras/all-vlog-compact-cameras/p/zv1f-b
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/contents/TP1000935823.html
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/contents/TP1000934575.html
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/contents/TP1000915237.html
- https://helpguide.sony.net/dc/2210/v1/en/index.html
- https://www.cined.com/sony-zv-1f-introduced-point-and-shoot-vlogging-camera-with-fixed-lens/
- https://www.sony.eu/presscentre/sony-expands-vlogging-line-up-with-new-zv-1f-the-vlog-camera-that-boosts-creative-power
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